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Asclepias subulata
Also Known As
- Desert Milkweed
- Rush Milkweed
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 3'-4'
- W: 3'-4'
planting zones
- 9a-11
Asclepias subulata plant details
Asclepias subulata is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer cream flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Asclepias subulata
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: apocynaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: cream blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Asclepias subulata
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
- Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
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By: Stan Shebs
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How to Grow Asclepias subulata
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- cream
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Asclepias for your garden
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 16"-22"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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aka California Milkweed
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 4'
Width: 3'
- sun
- occasional - low
aka Texas Milkweed, White Milkweed
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7b-8b
Size
Height: 2'
Width: 2'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - occasional
aka Antelope Horns, Spider Milkweed
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7a-9b
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Blood Flower, Mexican Milkweed
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
8b-11
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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